Historic houses · East of England
North Elmham Chapel
In or near North Elmham.
North Elmham Chapel — a historic house in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dereham · 8.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
North Elmham Chapel is a historic house located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
North Elmham Chapel is a historic site featuring the ruins of a small Norman chapel that was later converted into a fortified manor house. Visitors can explore the unique architectural features and learn about its intriguing history, including its connection to the Bishops of East Anglia and the Peasants' Revolt.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wensum SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Norfolk Coast
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
North Elmham Chapel is a historic site located in the East Midlands. It is notable for its medieval architecture, reflecting the region's ecclesiastical heritage. The chapel is a designated Scheduled Monument, indicating its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.7558, 0.9452
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- Breckland
- Parish
- North Elmham
- Postcode
- NR20 5JU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Norfolk
- Phone
- 0370 333 1181
- Nearest railway station
- Dereham — 8.5 km
- Opening
- Open any reasonable time during daylight hours with a closing time of 8pm or dusk if earlier
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1126345138 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Elmham Chapel?
- North Elmham Chapel is in Norfolk, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NR20 5JU), in the parish of North Elmham.
- What is North Elmham Chapel?
- North Elmham Chapel — a historic house in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to North Elmham Chapel?
- The nearest railway station is Dereham, about 8.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode NR20 5JU.
- Is North Elmham Chapel a protected site?
- Yes — North Elmham Chapel is part of the River Wensum SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Norfolk Coast National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to North Elmham Chapel?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NR20 5JU. It sits within the Mid Norfolk parliamentary constituency.